Founded in 1960, King Engine Bearings is a U.S.-based specialist in high-performance engine bearings, supplying autos, trucks, marine, aviation, and standby-power markets. With decades of focused expertise, King designs bearings using advanced materials—both aluminum- and copper-based—with optional surface treatments, polymer coatings, and lead-free options to suit varied applications across stock and racing environments.
Their King Racing line includes sport-compact and domestic engine bearings engineered with cutting-edge geometry and metallurgy to handle elevated loads and RPMs, earning a reputation among performance builders and engine shops. King bears a commitment to quality with in-house R&D via their TechLab and ENSIM simulation tools, plus global production and quality assurance systems.
Trusted by race teams and OE manufacturers alike, King bearings ensure precision fit, superior load capacity, and long-term reliability. Whether you're building a street rebuild, marine engine, or competition powerplant, King Engine Bearings delivers performance-grade components grounded in over 60 years of specialization and technical strength.